Launch A Love For Learning: Kids STEM events in Ann Arbor

Early exposure to fun kids STEM activities is a great way to ignite your kid’s interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. There are plenty of kids STEM activities near Ann Arbor that help kids build problem-solving skills, creativity, and critical thinking, laying the foundation for future success in school and beyond. These local activities give children a chance to explore, experiment, and build a foundation in STEM that could shape their futures.

My daughter had a head start in STEM since I’m an engineer and dad is a scientist. It’s no surprise that she’s now studying engineering (Robotics) in college. But, even if you don’t have a STEM background, there are plenty of local options to give your kid exposure and help to level the playing field.

Kids STEM Camps Near Ann Arbor

Camps are a great way to give kids a prolonged exposure to STEM. They get to dive into STEM for a week (or more) session.

There are STEM Break Camps available near Ann Arbor. The Future Innovators Academy has sponsored our winter and spring break camp guides. Check out the STEM camp offerings from them and others like Leslie Science & Nature Center.

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Summer Camp offers even more options for STEM Camps.

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STEM Classes for Kids in Ann Arbor

STEM Classes let kids dive into STEM week after week. From after school classes to weekend classes, there are plenty of options for STEM classes near Ann Arbor.

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Kid’s STEM Events Near Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor Kid’s STEM events include those geared towards kids of all ages. I know I see several events for grades 6+ that I would enjoy participating in as an adult.

Free Kid’s STEM Events Near Ann Arbor

STEM Camps, classes and events can be expensive. Fortunately, there are some great free STEM events particularly at the local libraries. Ann Arbor District Libraries has some great STEM events particularly for tweens and teens. These free STEM activities for kids are a great way to introduce STEM without a big financial commitment.

	Date/Time	Event
💙🆓	April 13 6:00pm-7:30pm	Exploring the Mind \| Defining Psychopathology in Children and Adolescents: The Critical Importance of Developmental and Environmental Contexts at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	April 14 5:30pm-7:30pm	Open Lab: Silhouette Cutting Machines, Die Cutters, Embossers, Button Makers at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓🎟	April 15 4:30pm-5:30pm	Science Club Junior: Plants & Water Conservation at Saline District Library, Saline Michigan
💙🆓🎟	April 15 6:30pm-7:30pm	Science Club: Plants & Water Conservation at Saline District Library, Saline Michigan
🆓🎟	April 16 4:00pm-6:00pm	Game On at Neutral Zone, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	April 16 5:00pm-6:00pm	After School STEM: Space Travel at Ypsilanti District Library – Whittaker Rd, Ypsilanti Michigan
💙🆓	April 17 6:00pm-8:00pm	Teen STEAM Cafe at Ypsilanti District Library – Michigan Ave Branch, Ypsilanti Michigan
💙🆓	April 19 12:00pm-4:30pm	Earth Day Festival at Leslie Science & Nature Center, Ann Arbor MI The Ann Arbor Earth Day Festival at Leslie Science & Nature Center brings together organizations from across Ann Arbor & Washtenaw County for one large celebration. The festival is Sunday, April 19 from 12-4:30p at Leslie Science & Nature Center. This free, family-friendly event features displays; hands-on activities; live entertainment; green...Read More
💙🆓🎟	April 20 7:00pm-8:30pm	Family Maker Night: Sprout Jars at Ypsilanti District Library – Michigan Ave Branch, Ypsilanti Michigan
💙🆓	April 21 2:00pm-4:00pm	Intro to 3D Printing at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	April 21 4:00pm-5:00pm	Plastic Pixel Art at Ypsilanti District Library – Superior, Ypsilanti Michigan
🆓🎟	April 23 4:00pm-6:00pm	Game On at Neutral Zone, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	April 23 5:00pm-6:00pm	After School STEM: Space Travel at Ypsilanti District Library – Whittaker Rd, Ypsilanti Michigan
💙🆓	April 25 11:00am-11:45am	Young Scientists! at Pittsfield Branch Library, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	April 28 5:00pm-7:30pm	Open Lab: Sewing Machines, Silhouette Cutters, Heat Press at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
🆓🎟	April 30 4:00pm-6:00pm	Game On at Neutral Zone, Ann Arbor Michigan
🆓🎟	May 7 4:00pm-6:00pm	Game On at Neutral Zone, Ann Arbor Michigan
🆓🎟	May 14 4:00pm-6:00pm	Game On at Neutral Zone, Ann Arbor Michigan
🆓🎟	May 21 4:00pm-6:00pm	Game On at Neutral Zone, Ann Arbor Michigan
🆓🎟	May 28 4:00pm-6:00pm	Game On at Neutral Zone, Ann Arbor Michigan

Other Kid’s STEM Events Near Ann Arbor

In addition to the Free STEM Events, there are many paid events. These often require an advance registration, but allow kids to dig deeper into the world of STEM.

	Date/Time	Event
💙🎟	April 18 2:00pm-4:00pm	Spring STEM at Lake Erie Metropark, Brownstown Michigan
💙🎟	April 24 1:00pm-2:00pm	Intro to Soldering Make & Take at Maker Works, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙	April 25 12:00pm-3:00pm	Critters Up Close at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI
💙	April 26 12:00pm-3:00pm	Critters Up Close at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI
💙🎟	May 8 1:00pm-2:00pm	Intro to Soldering Make & Take at Maker Works, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🎟	May 9 11:00am-2:30pm	Intro to Household Tools Make & Take at Maker Works, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🎟	May 29 1:00pm-2:00pm	Intro to Soldering Make & Take at Maker Works, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙	May 30 12:00pm-3:00pm	Critters Up Close at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI
💙	May 31 12:00pm-3:00pm	Critters Up Close at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI
💙🎟	June 6 2:00pm	Not Just for Kids: Brains on LIVE: Your Brain is Magic at Michigan Theater, Ann Arbor MI
🎟	June 26 10:00am-11:00am	Preschool Explorers at the Mills at Hudson Mills Metropark, Dexter Michigan
🎟	July 31 10:00am-11:00am	Preschool Explorers at the Mills at Hudson Mills Metropark, Dexter Michigan
🎟	August 28 10:00am-11:00am	Preschool Explorers at the Mills at Hudson Mills Metropark, Dexter Michigan
🎟	September 25 10:00am-11:00am	Preschool Explorers at the Mills at Hudson Mills Metropark, Dexter Michigan
🎟	October 30 10:00am-11:00am	Preschool Explorers at the Mills at Hudson Mills Metropark, Dexter Michigan